Malawi’s premier hospital, Bingu National Hospital, has announced that it has recorded the highest number of patient admissions in the past five years. According to hospital officials, the facility has seen a significant increase in the number of patients requiring medical care, with a total of 74,000 admissions in the past year alone.
Reasons for the surge
According to hospital officials, the increase in patient admissions can be attributed to several factors, including an increase in the number of patients seeking medical care for non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. . Additionally, the hospital has also seen an increase in the number of patients seeking treatment for injuries and trauma, especially following the recent floods and storms that hit the country.
Infrastructure challenges
Despite the increase in patient admissions, hospital officials have expressed concerns about the hospital’s infrastructure, which they say is struggling to keep up with the growing demand. The hospital’s bed capacity is currently at 90%, and many patients are forced to share beds or wait long periods for treatment.
Efforts to improve capacity
To address capacity challenges, hospital officials announced plans to increase the hospital’s bed capacity by 20% in the coming months. In addition, the hospital is also working to improve its emergency services, including creating a new emergency department and recruiting additional medical staff.
Conclusion
The increase in the number of patient admissions at Bingu National Hospital is a welcome development, as it reflects the hospital’s commitment to providing high quality medical care to the people of Malawi. However, it also highlights the need for further investment in the hospital’s infrastructure to ensure it can continue to provide effective care to patients.
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